Monday, September 29, 2014

Depression touches people differently, making dealing with the condition
more of a personal experience than a universal one. Some describe the illness as a dark cloud, while others liken it to being trapped in an empty space.
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Saturday, September 27, 2014

Do you struggle with your mental health and have a difficult time in
getting your friends and family to be understanding? In some cases your
friends and relatives might give you a hard time regarding your mental
health struggles. Here eight suggestions on how to deal with mental
health stigma from your peers.

Everyone wants children to be physically and mentally healthy and to
experience academic success. Many times, academic achievement often
depends on the barriers students face and the resources put in place to
assist them with overcoming those barriers.

Thursday, September 18, 2014

The Out of the Darkness Community Walks are 3-5 mile walks taking place in over 300 communities across the country this year, with the proceeds benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, Dr. Nadia Richardson, Founder of Valenrich Wellness and the No More Martyrs mental health awareness campaign, presented a special workshop at the historic Ballard House in Birmingham, Alabama. The workshop focused on the mental health in Black women as well as the myth of the strong Black woman.﻿